Overview

Bethany Lutheran College, founded in 1927, is a private, residential, liberal arts college offering a challenging, student-centered approach to education that fosters spiritual development, intellectual and creative growth, self-understanding and responsible citizenship. When you enroll at Bethany Lutheran College, your education will be strengthened and shaped by experiences you'll only find at a small college. Our close campus community allows you to form lasting connections with outstanding professors and lifelong friendships with fellow students. At Bethany, your education extends beyond the world of academics. You will receive an education rooted deeply in Christian values with a strong focus on spiritual growth and development.

Teaching licensure programs

Secondary education licensure in the areas of Communication Arts and Literature (5-12), Social Studies (5-12) and Visual Arts (K-12)

Certification programs

Coaching certificate

Study abroad programs

Bethany Lutheran College students enhance their collegiate experience through the study abroad program. In recent years, students have studied in Australia, Austria, England, Greece, Spain, Italy, China and Ecuador. With assistance from the study abroad office, students enjoy the flexibility of Bethany's program because the college doesn't limit their options of international destinations.

Internships/career services

Part-time and full-time internships that are closely related to the student's specific career path are required for some majors. Internship opportunities are coordinated through academic advisors.

Financial aid information

Bethany offers a number of merit-based scholarships, as well as activity scholarships. Deadline to apply for activity scholarships is January 31. Priority deadline to apply for financial aid is April 15. More info at https://www.blc.edu/financial-aid

“Students are there for each other in a variety of ways at Bethany. If someone is struggling academically, students help each other with homework or concepts they may not understand. If someone is struggling mentally or emotionally, sometimes a listening ear or a shoulder to cry on can help more than we will ever know. And if someone is struggling spiritually, students remind each other of the precious Gospel message of forgiveness and bring friends to chapel with them. I’m happy to be in a place with so many people who value God’s Word as much as I do. The friends I’ve made at Bethany will be lifelong friends. These are the kinds of people I want in my life and I’ve found them here at Bethany.”